El Permiso de Residencia Permanente (PRP) es la vía principal para ciudadanos no-UE que desean establecerse en Chipre y acceder al régimen Non-Dom. Tramitación rápida (2-3 meses), validez ilimitada e inversión mínima de 300.000 EUR en inmueble nuevo.
Condiciones de inversión
Inversión mínima 300.000 EUR en inmueble nuevo (primera compra del promotor). Alternativas: 300.000 EUR en participaciones de sociedad chipriota (mín. 5 empleados) o fondo de inversión regulado.
Condiciones adicionales
Ingresos anuales: al menos 50.000 EUR del extranjero (+15.000 por cónyuge, +10.000 por hijo). Depósito bancario: 30.000 EUR bloqueado 3 años. Antecedentes penales limpios. Seguro médico completo.
Proceso de solicitud
1. Selección y compra del inmueble. 2. Preparación de documentación. 3. Presentación en inmigración. 4. Tramitación (2-3 meses). 5. Emisión del PRP — validez permanente.
Ventajas del PRP
Validez ilimitada. Incluye cónyuge e hijos menores. Inmueble alquilable (4-7% rendimiento). Sin test de idioma. Tramitación rápida. Acceso al Non-Dom.
Comparación con otros Golden Visa
| Criterio | Chipre PRP | Grecia | Portugal | España |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inversión mín. | 300.000 EUR | 250-500k | 500k (fondos) | 500k |
| Plazo | 2-3 meses | 3-6 meses | 6-12 meses | 2-6 meses |
| Validez | Permanente | 5 años | 2 años | 2 años |
| Ventaja fiscal | Non-Dom 0% | 7% fijo | NHR cerrado | Ley Beckham |
Preguntas frecuentes
No directamente como empleado. Pero puede ser administrador de su propia sociedad chipriota y percibir un salario.
Sí. Rendimientos típicos: 4-7% anual.
Más información: Golden Visa, Guía de compra, Non-Dom.
Application Process in Detail
The Fast-Track Permanent Residency application follows a structured process that, with proper preparation, can be completed within two to three months from initial document submission to permit issuance:
Phase 1 — Pre-application preparation (2–4 weeks): Gather all required documentation: passport copies for all applicants, clean criminal records from country of origin and any country of residence in the past five years, proof of income from abroad (minimum EUR 50,000 for the main applicant plus EUR 15,000 per dependent), property purchase agreement or evidence of qualifying investment, proof of EUR 30,000 fixed deposit at a Cyprus bank, medical insurance for all applicants, and marriage/birth certificates for dependents.
Fase 2 — Finalización de la inversión: Complete la inversión cualificadora. Para compras de propiedades, esto significa firmar el contrato de compraventa, pagar el precio de compra (o al menos el depósito requerido especificado en el contrato) y depositar el contrato en el Registro de la Propiedad. La propiedad debe tener un valor de al menos EUR 300.000 más IVA y (para propiedades residenciales) debe ser una primera venta de un promotor.
Phase 3 — Application submission: Submit the complete application package to the Civil Registry and Migration Department. Applications can be submitted through an authorised representative (such as CMC). The application fee is currently EUR 500.
Phase 4 — Review and approval (approximately 2 months): The Migration Department reviews the application, conducts background checks, and verifies the investment documentation. If additional information is required, the Department will contact the applicant or their representative. Upon approval, the applicant is notified and must attend the Immigration office to provide biometric data and collect the permit.
Maintaining Your Permit
El permiso de residencia permanente de Chipre es válido de por vida pero está sujeto a ciertas condiciones continuas. El incumplimiento de estas condiciones puede dar lugar a la revocación:
Investment maintenance: The qualifying investment (property or other qualifying asset) must be maintained for the duration of the permit. Selling the investment property without replacing it with another qualifying investment can jeopardise the permit. If you wish to change your investment (for example, selling one property and purchasing another), consult with your immigration advisor before completing the transaction to ensure continuity.
Biennial visit requirement: Permit holders must visit Cyprus at least once every two years. This is a minimal requirement — a single entry of any duration satisfies it. However, missing the two-year window can trigger revocation proceedings. Set calendar reminders and plan at least one trip to Cyprus annually to maintain a comfortable compliance margin.
No employment restriction: While permit holders cannot take up employment with a Cypriot employer, they can be self-employed, serve as directors of their own companies, and conduct business activities through their own corporate structures. This restriction is rarely problematic for Non-Dom entrepreneurs who typically operate through their own companies.
Income declaration: The annual income from abroad (EUR 50,000 minimum) must continue to be available throughout the permit's validity. While there is no formal annual re-verification process, the Migration Department may request updated evidence during any renewal of biometric cards or administrative review.
Pathway to Citizenship
After seven years of legal residence in Cyprus (including under a permanent residency permit), non-EU nationals may be eligible to apply for Cyprus citizenship through naturalisation. Citizenship requires demonstrating continuous residence, integration into Cypriot society, and proficiency in Greek language. Cyprus citizenship grants an EU passport — one of the most valuable travel documents in the world, providing visa-free access to over 170 countries and the right to live and work anywhere in the EU.
Strategic Value of Permanent Residency
The Cyprus permanent residency permit is one of the most cost-effective EU residency-by-investment programmes available. The EUR 300,000 investment threshold is significantly lower than comparable programmes in Portugal (EUR 500,000 Golden Visa — now closed for real estate), Greece (EUR 250,000–500,000 depending on location), or Spain (EUR 500,000). And unlike these programmes, Cyprus's fast-track processing (approximately two months) provides certainty and speed that is unmatched.
For non-EU nationals combining permanent residency with Non-Dom status, the structure provides a complete framework: legal right to reside (permanent residency), tax-efficient income framework (Non-Dom SDC exemption), and a pathway to EU citizenship (after seven years of continuous residence). Each element reinforces the others, creating a comprehensive relocation solution that addresses immigration, taxation, and long-term planning in a single jurisdiction.
The EUR 300,000 property investment also provides practical value beyond residency: a home to live in or a rental property generating income. Many investors purchase a residence for personal use and rent it out during periods of absence, generating rental income that offsets the property's carrying costs. Under the Non-Dom regime, rental income is subject to income tax but exempt from SDC — enhancing the net return compared to domiciled investors.